Customer Ratings & Reviews

I recently purchased this drone and I’m extremely impressed. The build quality is outstanding—sturdy, durable, and thoughtfully designed. Its large body and 11.1V battery deliver powerful performance, offering over 40 minutes of flight time and a range of up to 6 km, allowing me to capture anything I want with ease. The camera quality is excellent, with remarkable clarity and stability that truly justify the price. The included carrying case is another big plus—it's a hard, explosion-proof case rather than a standard soft bag. Overall, an absolutely fantastic product!

The Contixo F33 drone has exceeded my expectations. 4K camera captures incredibly sharp and vibrant footage, and the gimbal stabilization keeps everything smooth—even in breezy conditions. The GPS-assisted flight is precise and reliable, making takeoff, landing, and returning to home completely stress-free. I was also impressed by how easy it is to control; the app interface is intuitive, and the drone responds quickly to commands. 42 minutes battery life is strong for its size, giving plenty of time for recording and exploring. In the beginning, the image failed to display in the screen, after looked at the manual, I discovered it was due to not removing the cover of the camera. Once I corrected it according to the instructions, the image showing immediately on the remote, amazing! The only down part is I have to buy additional battery from the manufacture other than BestBuy. Overall, the F33 is a high-quality, dependable drone that delivers outstanding performance at a great value.

The Contixo F33 has been really easy to fly, even on my first few tries, and the controls feel simple to learn. The camera quality is solid for everyday filming, and the drone holds steady enough to get smooth shots. I also like how quick it is to get in the air—just charge, connect, and go. Battery life has been good for my practice flights, and overall it’s a dependable drone that gives a lot of value for the price.

I bought this as a Christmas gift for my husband, and I opened it in advance to check it. The outer packaging alone amazed me — the box is as sturdy as a safe! Maybe because I’ve used drones before, I found this one extremely easy to get started with. Once you turn on both the controller and the drone, they connect automatically. The controller comes with a built-in 5.5-inch touchscreen, which is fantastic since there’s no need to download any extra app. The image quality is exactly as advertised — a flawless 4K at 30fps. Thanks to the two-axis gimbal with EIS, the footage stays stable even in windy conditions. What excites me most is the 6 km transmission range — we can finally fly it during our next hike to capture breathtaking mountain views without missing out on the beauty just out of reach! I can’t wait to see the look of excitement on his face when he opens it!

I have had this drone for a couple weeks now and i absolutely love it! It hovers very well the gGPS is awsome as well! Very high quality ca.era! Very stable video's! Over all this is a very very good drone

The only 2 things I can stay about this product that isn't bad is that the distance from the controller and the controller it self (big screen) were impressive. The problem with that is that the drone won't connect to the controller it had me to calibrated, calibrated, calibrated... to no avail. After exchanging it they paired 1 time, and after exchanging that one the best buy staff and myself could not get the new/ next ont to connect at all. Not even once. The zoom sucked, GPS got me to the square mile (not exact location). Flight time was okay but still not like described. Weight is a problem even though I know that ahead of time. Memory card been upgraded. I will stay that the landing pad did everything I ask of it(if the drone returned to it.lol cost has al ot to do with my rating (for it not to work.

I use the drone for FIRE photography takes awesome video and pictures. The Zoom feature is wonderful with the 4K camera. I highly recommend buying this product if you are looking for a drone, but can’t afford a DGI.

Amazing Drone F33 high quality video and pictures extremely recommended for any occasion we use ours for our ROOFING VIDEOS AND PICTURES TAKE A LOOK AT THE QUALITY OF THIS DRONE ON OUR PAGE ON INSTAGRAM @ LPZ_ROOFINCORP

Pretty good drone, very easy to use. Nice size controller, I like the fact it has a screen and there’s no need for the phone.

Contixo F33 is an interesting drone. These days, consumers have moved beyond the era where flight performance, video/image quality, and features alone determine the value of a drone. Consumer drones have become quite refined over the past decade, which has set quite a high standard for what we expect from them. We have come to expect that a drone should take good video and pictures, flies well and offers features that make the whole experience easy and fun. I have been flying drone since the DIY era, from high-end category to beginner’s drone. With the current regulatory landscape that tighten regulation on drone imports, I can see that it creates a wonderful opportunity for companies such as Contixo to flourish their products in the US market, which is the largest in the world. Design and Build Quality The drone takes an interesting form factor for its 4K with 30FPS video capability that comes standard these days. Typically, a drone with 4K video spec would be smaller and much lighter. The F33, however, boasts level 5 wind resistance and claims up to 42 minutes of flying time, which is quite impressive. That’s why it’s larger and heavier though ideally it should have supported at least 4K60FPS. I’ve been careful not to push the drone to its maximum flight time, as it’s not the best idea for keeping the battery in good shape. However, when I flew the drone a couple of times, it still has plenty of battery capacity left. I’m quite skeptical with the 42 minutes claim but so far, I’m very pleased that flying the drone a couple of times give me plenty of juice left. To extend LiPo battery life, pilots should land drones with 20–30% charge remaining. Typically, a drone these days come with 3 axis camera gimbal stabilization, but the F33 only has 2 axis gimbal stabilization with the third being an electronic image stabilization. The drone has no landing gear or leg, and I’m not fond of this approach. That means I have to bring a drone landing pad each time I want to fly the drone. Also, the paint is relatively easy to chip, and the quality of the plastic material is not as great as a drone within the same price range. The biggest letdown is that some cables are visible inside the camera gimbal since it isn't completely enclosed. Cables are also visible at the joint between the drone's foldable arm and main body. The RC remote is quite nice. The display is sharp and bright enough and the audio signals are loud, like really loud. I really like that Contixo package the drone with a robust carrying case and a memory card. It’s a great value because pilot needs these items and typically, they are extra purchase. Setup Setup is not quite intuitive. It’s a drone, not a toy so pilot needs to really need the manual. There’s a compass and gyroscope calibration that needs to be done before flying the drone for the first time and every time the drone moves to a new flying location far away from the previous one. I must admit, I’ve forgotten which drone I used last time I needed to do manual calibration. Most modern drones can now automatically calibrate their compass and gyroscope. It has been a while possibly almost a decade ago. There’s no notification whatsoever to update the drone’s firmware and I don’t know if there is ever going to be an over-the-air firmware update. Performance The drone claims quite impressive video and RC transmission range of 4 miles. Due to the line of sight (LOS) drone rule, there’s no way I can verify the claim. However, in my field test and staying within the LOS rule, the drone provides stable RC and video transmission with the remote even in a public park on an urban area where there’s a lot of radio interference going on. Flight characteristics is quite a mixed feeling for me as the drone is agile enough to maneuver, and aggressive enough by default. However, since the camera only supports 30FPS, yaw maneuver should be much smoother. Moreover, it’s not that easy to make a smooth video with the yaw flight performance being too aggressive even though I gently touch the stick and only apply minimum pressure. Position hold is not the best as the drone tends to sway a bit more than what I would expect, however, the camera is good enough to compensate the drone’s micro movement when holding position. Front obstacle sensors work and the RC remote provides annoying though helpful beeps when the drone flies into a tight space. It’s quite interesting how the drone handle tight space; it moves forward with a bit of a jerking brake and then continue moving forward. I am really used to having a map being overlayed on the RC remote screen, and this specific feature is missing. It’s a major safety feature as pilot can become distracted when flying a drone so the feature enables pilot to quickly locate the drone and bring it closer to the pilot. Video and image quality is not the best out there but it’s useable. Video and image quality appears a bit grainy with some artefacts being a bit more pronounced. It looks like this issue might be resolved with a firmware update. But unfortunately, it seems like the drone doesn’t support firmware upgrades. One thing that’s a bit of a letdown is when I catch propeller shades in the video. There’s also a set of automated flying maneuvers that users can try, though that these features should be used with caution as the drone does not have omnidirectional obstacle avoidance capabilities. Conclusion There are some aspects that I like and others that I don’t like. As an experienced pilot, I can tolerate the aspects I dislike, but they are important when rating the drone. My main issue is that a drone with these flying capabilities should offer at least 4K60 FPS, not just 4K30 FPS. Also, it would be great if the video and images were clearer, with less grain. Like: Flying time Wind resistance Comes with a case and memory card Remote control is of great quality Dislike: Yaw is too agressive Manual compass and gyro calibration No overlaying map on the screen EIS third axis stabilization Unclear pathway to firmware upgrade No 4K60FPS HDR spec Grainy video and image quality Cables can be seen inside the drone

Ever wanted a bird’s eye view without breaking the bank? The Contixo F33 Vortex is a 4K GPS drone that lets you soar the skies—and best of all, it doesn't tie up your phone. So, lets go over what the Contixo has to offer. Unboxing and Setup: I will start off by saying this is one drone that I did not have to go out and buy anything extra, everything you will need is provided in the box, Thank you Contixo. 1 F33 Vortex Drone 1 Remote Controller (Built-in touchscreen display) 1 Hard Carrying Case 8 Propellers Blades (4 on drone + 4 extra) 1 USB Cable 4 Joysticks (2 on controller + 2 extra) 1 32GB SD Card Manuals / Paperwork Setting up the drone is as simple as it gets. This was my first time using a Contixo drone and following the instructions in the provided manual, I was ready to take to the sky in about 5 minutes, after fully charging the batteries that is. I highly recommend completing the Gyroscope and GPS calibrations before departure, super simple to do, just to make sure your drone stays stable and actually can return back home to you. Also, just keep in mind since this drone weighs about 615 grams, you have to register it with the FAA to keep everything legal. Fly like an Eagle: Once you have done the registration, charging and the calibrations you are ready to fly. The F33 offers, 3 different flight modes. Stable (Obstacle Avoidance), Ordinary (OA but will let you control), and Sport (No holds barred). There is also a Beginner setting in the settings tabs, which limits your altitude and distance. I started using the drone in the Stable mode with the beginner settings on, didn’t want to lose the drone on the first day, and honestly it doesn’t get any simpler. I loved how sensors were able to detect an obstacle, being my fence in my backyard, showed me the distance and once it reached an allowed maximum safety distance it would no longer move forward, essentially keeping the drone from crashing into anything using the front facing avoidance. Also, with the beginner setting turned on, once I reached the maximum height it would no longer go any higher. Once you get the hang of things you can test out the sports mode, which is really cool and offers a lot more on the drone. The drone offers a maximum range of about 3.7 miles, I took it out about 1.5 miles around my neighborhood with no video loss or issues. It also offers about a 40-minute flight times, which is say is pretty much spot on because I was at about 35 minutes of flight and still had a bar left on the drone. One of favorite features about this drone is the 5.5-inch built-in touchscreen on the remote controller which allows me to keep my phone free, unlike other drones that require you to use to your phone. The controller can also be charged with any USB-C cable, has extra customizable buttons and offers easy take off and landing options. Both the drone and the controller have slots for the SD card to be able to record your flight or take photos. The F33 offers other really fun features such as the “Follow Me Mode”. In this mode the drone does exactly what the title suggests, it follows you around and in my test it did really well. I took a little bike ride around my neighborhood and it followed me everywhere I went with no issues. I also tested out the orbit mode, again did what it was suppose to. The only modes I did not test out was the one key fly far and one key skyrocketing, because I live in a residential neighborhood, I did not want to lose sight of the drone and have it accidentally crashing into something or someone. The 4K video quality and the camera controls on this drone are also top notch. The camera allows you to zoom in and out and move the camera up and down while recording a surprisingly stable video. Overall, If you’re hunting for a drone that balances high-end features with 'out-of-the-box' readiness, the Contixo F33 is it. It’s stable, smart, and saves you from the hidden costs of extra accessories. It's a solid win for anyone looking to level up their aerial game

It’s increasingly difficult to find and purchase high-end drones in the United States. I’ve been looking for a high-quality drone for several months and had never heard of the brand Contixo until I saw this new F33 drone appear in my search results. On paper, the F33 looks like an excellent middle-ground option for beginners and enthusiasts. In reality, there are some notable tradeoffs to be aware of, especially in terms of camera quality/stability and some unpredictable flight behavior. === PROS === - For beginners, the F33 is basically an all-in-one package with everything you need to get started. The drone comes with a sturdy travel case, battery, 8 blades, a 32GB microSD card, and a controller with a built-in touchscreen. - Since the controller has a screen, there’s no need to connect the drone to your phone or mess with Bluetooth connections. The screen is very large and vibrant, making it easy to see in bright sunlight. - The F33 is very easy to set up and calibrate using the included instructions. There are also tutorial videos available online from Contixo, but for some reason, they are only available on their social media channels (I didn’t see a video for the F33 on the Contixo website). I’m relatively new to drones and had zero issues with setup. - Since this is a larger drone, battery life is very good – Contixo claims the F33 can last about 40 minutes on a full charge. Based on my few test flights, that seems like an accurate claim. My first test flight lasted about 30 minutes and there was still some charge left in the battery when the drone landed. - Range is also excellent – up to 3.7 miles. I didn’t test the limits of this claim, but the drone flew nearly 1 mile away from me during a test flight and I had no issues. === CONS === - Since this drone weighs about 620 grams, you will need to register it with the FAA. Luckily, this is an easy process and only costs a few dollars, but it’s not as seamless as mini/lightweight drones that don’t require registration. - The F33 has a 4K camera, but the actual image quality looks more like 720p or 1080p to me. To me, the video appears very grainy and washed out. It’s definitely not on the same level as modern smartphone cameras. If you need the highest possible video quality for drone footage, this might not be the best option. - The F33 has a 2-axis gimbal for camera stabilization, but I still found the image to be quite choppy, especially when turning the drone or during even a slight gust of wind. Other drones in this price range have a 3-axis gimbal, so this is something to keep in mind if video stability is important to you. - Another feature of the F33 is the “follow me” mode where the drone automatically tracks your position and follows you without having to use the controller. During one of my test flights, this feature worked flawlessly. On another flight, the drone randomly flew backwards and away from me – I had to chase after it and quickly disable the “follow me” mode to regain control. Hopefully that’s not a sign of other problems to come with this drone. === OVERALL === This is a nice all-in-one package for most beginners and casual drone users, but with the subpar video quality, true enthusiasts and professionals might want to look elsewhere. As Contixo seems relatively new to the drone market, the quality of their support/customer service is also a big unknown. If you can get the F33 at a sale/discount price, it’s an easy recommendation for casual users. It packs a ton of premium features and excellent range/battery life. Just be aware of the video quality limitations and some possible random “fly away” issues.

The Contixo F33 is a good drone that has many useful features. The F33 comes in a hard-shell storage case with foam cutouts that are customized to fit each accessory. I really like the case, as it’s made of great quality and makes it easy to carry the drone and all the accessories. The case includes the F33 drone, the controller with an LCD touchscreen, extra propellers and a 32gb memory card. The F33 does require you to have it registered with the FAA. The controls on the F33 are very responsive, and the range at which you can fly is very impressive. I was able to fly the drone a great distance away, and I never had any lag or instances of stuttering. Even the remote video image was visible, and crystal clear the entire time. And if the drone were to lose connection, there is a handy “return to home” function that automatically brings the drone back to the point where it took off. The drone also has sensors in the front that enable it to avoid hitting objects or people, which actually works really well! The F33 has a 4K camera with a built-in gimbal that does a fantastic job at eliminating camera shake and maintaining a steady and smooth shot while maneuvering the drone. I have to say, I am very impressed with how good the gimbal works with this done. There are some really cool flight options that you can do that will give you amazing shots, and they can be done by the push of a button on the remote. I especially love orbit mode, this is where the drone will orbit around you and with the built-in gimbal making the footage super steady, it looks like such a professional shot. Other useful buttons that make awesome effects are skyrocket, which shoots the drone straight up in the air really fast. You can even set your own custom buttons on the remote with many physical buttons. Overall, I am extremely happy with the Contixo F33. The drone has an excellent 4K camera and built-in gimbal that captures incredibly smooth, high-quality footage. With the one-key features, this takes your filming to next level. I would highly recommend the F33 to anyone looking for a new drone that delivers excellent performance and value.

Contixo, a California-based manufacturer established in 2010, introduced the F33 Vortex 4K GPS drone, an impressive device capable of a 6KM range & a 42-minute flight. F33 Vortex has a 2-axis gimbal & a brushless motor. The included high-impact polymer hard case with customized foam protects the drone & accessories between flights. My favorite feature is the controller with 5.5” high-definition touch screen. The bright screen is easy to see in sunlight, & eliminates the need for your cellphone to capture still photos or videos. I found the 3840 x 2160 video capturing quality to be excellent. A 32GB microSD card is included to save the videos that you capture. The first thing when you unbox this drone is to register it with the FAA. This is a simple but required procedure that is outlined in the instructions provided with the drone. Charge both the Li-ion batteries for the drone & the controller with standard USB-C chargers. Next, calibrate the GPS & Gyroscope, by following the simple instructions in the manual. Now you are ready for lift off! F33 Vortex includes a number of autonomous flight modes: hover, landing, low battery auto-landing, return to take-off point, takeoff, & circle. The laser obstacle avoidance detects an object in its flight path to avoid a potential crash.   CONCLUSION:    Contixo F33 Vortex is a complete package, including everything you need for experiencing the fulfillment of piloting a drone. It represents the highest value of any drone I have seen & earns my highest recommendation.

The Contixo F33 is a feature rich, long range 4K drone that solves one of the biggest pain points of older consumer drones: the need to strap your phone into the controller. With a built in 5.5" touchscreen, a stabilized gimbal camera, and a surprisingly robust set of autonomous flight modes, the F33 feels like a major quality of life upgrade for pilots who want simplicity without sacrificing capability. 1. Flight Performance & Endurance - 42 Minute Max Flight Time A standout spec for this class, the F33’s 42 minute flight time puts it well above most mid range drones that hover around 25–32 minutes. In my test flights, I got about 35–38 minutes in mixed conditions. This gives me some confidence that I have enough time for multiple takes without battery anxiety. This extended endurance pairs well with the drone’s long-range radio system. 3.5+ Mile Transmission Range The F33’s 3.5+ mile control range is impressive for a consumer drone. The long-range link provides: • Stable HD video feed at distance • Strong penetration in suburban environments • Confidence for wide area shots, mapping, or long tracking sequences It’s not just about distance—it’s about maintaining a clean, low-latency feed, which the F33 handles better than expected. 2. Integrated 5.5" Touchscreen Remote This is arguably the F33’s biggest quality-of-life win. Instead of juggling your phone, cables, and app updates, the F33’s controller includes a built in 5.5" touchscreen with: • Bright outdoor readable display • Preloaded flight interface • Zero setup time • No battery drain on your phone • No interruptions from notifications or calls If you’ve flown older drones that required your phone, this is a massive upgrade. It makes the drone feel more professional and more convenient, especially for spontaneous flights. 3. Camera System & Gimbal The F33 uses a 4K camera mounted on a mechanical gimbal, providing Stabilized footage, Smooth pans and tilts and, Better low vibration performance than electronic stabilization alone. While it’s not a cinema grade sensor, the footage is crisp, and the gimbal does a solid job keeping shots steady even in moderate wind. 4. Advanced Flight Modes for Cinematic Shots Contixo packed the F33 with a suite of automated flight modes that make it easy to capture dynamic, cinematic footage without manual stick work. These include: Orbit Mode The drone circles a subject at a fixed radius and altitude—great for dramatic reveals or establishing shots. Follow Me Mode Ideal for biking, hiking, or boating. The drone tracks your movement while maintaining framing. One Key Fly Far A quick way to send the drone outward in a straight, stable line—perfect for long pull away shots. One Key Skyrocketing A vertical ascent with smooth stabilization, creating a rising “rocket” shot that’s great for transitions. One Key Spiral The drone ascends while spiraling around a point of interest, producing a complex shot that would be difficult to fly manually. Additional Modes Of course some of the standard features to have learned to love over time include: • Return to home • Auto takeoff/landing These modes make the F33 accessible to beginners while still giving experienced pilots creative tools. 5. Build Quality & Handling The F33 has a sturdy, foldable design with: • Brushless motors for smoother, quieter flight • GPS + optical flow positioning • Stable hover performance (depending on conditions of course) • Good wind resistance for its weight class • An awesome case with custom cut foam padding to securely hold the drone in transit (Thanks Contixo!) It’s not as compact as ultra light drones, but the tradeoff is better stability and longer battery life. Bottom Line The Contixo F33 delivers a surprisingly complete package: long endurance, long range, a built in touchscreen controller, a stabilized 4K camera, and a deep set of autonomous flight modes. It’s a meaningful upgrade for pilots who want convenience and creative flexibility without jumping into the ultra premium price tier.

This Contixo F33 Vortex is a nice drone for a beginner like me that wants to enjoy learning how to fly and capture 4K content. I love the fact that it has a 4K/30fps video camera which I have been using to try and build some social media content. I like the shape and body of this drone as it easily unfolds and can be ready to fly within just a few minutes. The hardshell carrying case that comes with it is a nice secure shell that protects the contents from any damage while getting jostled around in mycars trunk area. The remote control offers a 5.5" touch screen and is easy to learn and understand for a beginner. The antenna on top of the remote can be folded down for compact carrying in the case. This drone has a range of up to 4 miles of distance from where I am located so I can capture a pretty large area of sunset views on my nightly flights. Speaking of flights, the fully charged battery will allow you to get about 42 minutes of flying time which isn't too bad. This drone comes with only one battery so you'll need to be mindful of recording all your footage within that time period. You will need to obtain an FAA drone license and register this drone, but it's a simple step and fairly inexpensive. I have liked the built in features with the remote allowing different drone flying features such as orbit mode. There are other features such as Follow Me mode which I have liked using for my running videos on social media. This is a great drone with features found in other drones. There are replacement propeller blades included in case something gets damaged. The USB-C charging cable is included so you can easily charge the remote and it also will charge the drone battery. Overall it's a safe flying drone and reliable. I like the capability and features as it's a great leisure flying drone and a fun starter level drone for my needs.

The Contixo F33 Vortex surprised me in a good way. I’m very much a beginner when it comes to drones, and I expected a learning curve, but this one was far easier to get comfortable with than I anticipated. The case is sturdy and thoughtfully laid out, with inlays for each component. The included step-by-step quick start guide walks you through calibration and general controls, and after following the instructions once, I felt confident enough to actually fly it without worrying about immediately crashing. GPS lock happens quickly, and the single-button return-to-home feature is a huge confidence booster for new pilots. The included controller with built-in screen is another big convenience. Not having to rely on your phone keeps the experience focused and avoids notifications interrupting your flight. Controls feel smooth and responsive, and the brushless motors keep the drone stable even in light wind. Photo and video quality are solid for the price point. The 4K footage looks clean in daylight, and the 2-axis gimbal does a respectable job smoothing movement so clips don’t look shaky. It’s not cinematic-grade footage, but it looks good enough for casual aerial shots, travel clips, or backyard flying. Overall, the Contixo F33 Vortex is a very approachable entry-level GPS drone. The guided setup, reliable return-to-home feature, and stable flight make it friendly for newcomers, while the video quality and dedicated screen keep it enjoyable even after the learning phase. It’s a great starting point if you want a capable drone without jumping straight into premium-priced models.

This is my review of the Contixo F33 Drone with 2-Axis Gimbal upon which I rate at 4 out of 5 stars.  For full disclosure, being that this drone is over 250-grams, you are required to register it with the FAA, which I have done.  Out of the cardboard box you have a nice black tactical foam lined case in which to transport your drone to your favorite UAS flying location.  In addition to the drone itself and the case you are also provided one battery, a remote control, 4 spare propeller blades, a USB charging cable, 2 spare joysticks, 32-GB SD card, quick-start guide, and instruction manual.  Also included in the package is a laminated 2-sided card with one side showing the features of the remote control buttons/switches etc. and the other side of the card describing the screen display icons, symbols, and features.  This is a nice card to carry around until you get a couple flights under your belt for a quick reference.  As for some of the specs and features its battery is rated at 3,500-mAh providing maximum flight times of 40+ minutes.  The drone itself has a 4K camera with a 2-axis gimbal allowing for more stable pictures/videos.  The drone possess various flight modes to include, return to home, low battery auto-landing, follow me, orbit mode, one-key fly far, one-key fly far, and one-key skyrocketing, plus obstacle avoidance.   For my first in flight experience with this drone I found it on par with the competition.  My flight conditions were on a very clear day and slightly overcast.  The flight response has minimal delays in response like the rest to include lagging video captures yielding choppy videos in a rotational format which cannot be avoided.  I performed almost all of the preprogrammed flight modes without any issues except the one-key fly far as I was in an area with tall pines and swampy areas and didn't want to risk a zero-return on my initial testing.  While performing the one-key skyrocketing, I soared to 390-feet, then hit my programmed ceiling height triggering an audible alarm.  I then performed the return to home function.  Being that it was at such a high altitude, it took a bit to descend and required some manual guidance on my part to avoid some neighboring structures.  All in all, I found the trial of this drone to be a good value except for one thing, not including an extra battery, for which I am deducting 1-star.   I hope you enjoyed reading my review and it aided in your purchasing decision.

I'm somewhat of a drone novice. Every time I interact with one I'm afraid I'm going to crash it on a roof somewhere and lose it. With the time I spent with the Contix0 - F33 Vortex, I have to admit, this product is a solid drone for beginners. First of all, due to weight (largely based on the battery) this drone HAS to be registered to legally use it. This is my first time experiencing that. After registering (which is a fairly easy process, charge the drone and remote, and you're ready to go. The F33 starts on beginner settings, which limits the flight distance, altitude, etc...good starting spot for me. On a full charge, I got a little over 30 minutes flight time before the battery got low (again, not trying to lose the drone). Even on beginner settings, the drone flew high. So high I couldn't get a clear picture of it, however, it was still able to clearly see my neighborhood. Controlling the drone, and the gimbal on the camera was shockingly easy. I had no problem maneuvering it to take the pictures I was looking to take. For a drone beginner, the F33 is a great starting point. Once you get the mastery of it, you can remove the beginner limitations which increases the distance you can fly away as well as the altitude. When flying in GPS mode, the drone will automatically return to it's original point of taken off when requested, or when the battery gets low, which, perfect for someone not trying to lose a drone. All in all, I'd say the F33 drone is a great drone for beginners with great abilities, but also features to assist drone noobs like myself. It also comes with great packaging that makes it easy to keep up with all you need. You really can't miss with this.

The first Contixo F33 I received couldn’t format any micro SD cards, but Contixo’s customer service was fantastic—they sent me a replacement right away, and the new unit worked perfectly. Setup was mostly smooth, though the instructions still miss some important details. For example, there are two micro SD slots (one in the drone and one in the remote), but the manual never explains how they’re meant to be used. After some trial and error, I found that keeping a card in both gives the best results and avoids the zoomed‑in playback issue on the controller. One thing to be aware of: every time you take a photo, the controller freezes for about five seconds while the image processes. During that time, you lose your live video feed, which can be a little nerve‑wracking if you’re flying near obstacles. The remote stores lower‑resolution previews, while the drone saves full‑resolution 3840×2160 files. Both the drone and remote also show incorrect date stamps, though Contixo says they’re working on it. Image quality is decent for casual use, but photos can be overexposed and the stabilization struggles with moderate movement, causing wavy or choppy video. Gentle flying helps. Where the F33 really impressed me is in how it flies. It’s stable, responsive, and easier to control than my previous drone. The GPS features are great, and the battery life is one of its best strengths, giving you long flight sessions without constantly swapping batteries. Once you understand its quirks, it’s still a fun and capable drone for hobbyists at this price.